As the excitement from Trump’s phone conversation with Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen wears off, the Taiwanese are beginning to become apprehensive that the island risks becoming a pawn in a wider game between the two superpower nations. On Sunday ... ( read original story ...)
Inside the controversy surrounding China, Taiwan and Donald Trump
So what exactly is going on between China and Taiwan, and why was that phone call such a big deal? Here’s a rundown. Neither China nor Taiwan see themselves as two separate countries. But they do have different governments, and the trouble is each side ... ( read original story ...)
Taipei's Mandarin Oriental wins 'Best '5-Star Hotel' award
TAIPEI, Taiwan -- Mandarin Oriental, Taipei has been crowned by Business Today as the "Best 5-Star Tourist Hotel" in the business community at the 9th Best Brand Awards. Since the hotel's opening in 2014, Mandarin Oriental, Taipei has carried forward its ... ( read original story ...)
China warns Trump of 'crushing his own toes' on Taiwan
China offered its sternest rebuke yet to Donald Trump, saying anyone who challenges Beijing's interests in Taiwan will "lift a rock only to ... diplomatic dodge allowing the US to simultaneously do business with Beijing and Taipei. On Tuesday Chinese ... ( read original story ...)
Can Taiwan trust Trump? Island fears becoming pawn between superpowers
Hong Kong (CNN)When Donald Trump accepted a phone call from Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen, many Taiwanese were delighted at having a spotlight turned on their diplomatic isolation. But that elation is turning to apprehension as the island risks becoming ... ( read original story ...)
Trump ups US ante on Taiwan, but China has leverage too
WASHINGTON (AP) -- President-elect Donald Trump sounds ready to use U.S. policy toward Taiwan as a bargaining chip to extract concessions from China, but both of the world powers could play at that game. China's rising economic and military clout means its ... ( read original story ...)
Criticizing Trump, W.House says Taiwan 'not a bargaining chip'
Washington (AFP) - President Barack Obama's White House on Monday took aim at Donald Trump's recent comments on Taiwan, saying the long-standing alliance should not be used as a "bargaining chip" with Beijing. "Taiwan is not a source of leverage ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan market: Asia Pacific Telecom attains 1.6 million 4G users
Asia Pacific Telecom has attained 1.6 million 4G mobile communication subscribers, exceeding the target of 1.4 million ones for the end of 2016, according to president Tim Chen on December 12, the second anniversary of starting 4G operation in the Taiwan ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan stocks edge up in cautious trade; financials rise
TAIPEI Dec 13 Taiwan stocks rose on Tuesday in cautious trade, as investors await the U.S. Federal Reserve's meeting later this week, and paced by gains in financial heavyweights such as Cathay Financial Holding. As of 0356 GMT, the main TAIEX index was up ... ( read original story ...)
Edom Technology : Keyssa Opens New Office in Taipei to Serve Taiwan Market
Campbell, Calif. - December 13, 2016 - Keyssa, a leader in high-speed, contactless connectivity, today announced the establishment of a Keyssa corporate entity in Taiwan and the opening of its first Taiwan-based office in Taipei. The office has officially ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan: A pawn in Trump’s chess game with China?
"Tsai Ing-wen needs to have a group of people to think about how to reopen dialogue with China; we can't put everyone on Trump's ship; we also need people to take care of business across the Taiwan Strait (with China)." Some in Ms. Tsai's camp are ... ( read original story ...)
Taipei police inaugurate new cybercrime division
The Taipei Police Department yesterday unveiled its High Technology Crime Investigation Unit to tackle criminal activities involving the use of advanced technology. “In July this year, the Taipei Police Department cracked the First Bank automated teller ... ( read original story ...)
China takes off gloves over Taiwan, warns U.S. it would retaliate
China has abandoned its conciliatory tone toward Donald Trump, warning it is prepared to retaliate if the president-elect supports Taiwan independence as a bargaining chip to extract trade concessions. China considers Taiwan part of its indivisible territory. ( read original story ...)
Together, Great Things Happen: Celebrating the Joining of Micron Technology and Inotera Memories
TAOYUAN, Taiwan, Dec. 12, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Micron Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MU), a global leader in advanced semiconductor systems, today celebrated the completion of its share swap agreement with Inotera Memories of Taiwan. Leaders from both ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan stocks fall on profit-taking; tech heavyweights down
TAIPEI Dec 12 Taiwan stocks fell on Monday ... The electronics subindex slipped as much 0.2 percent while the financials subindex gained up to 0.1 percent. TSMC, the world's leading contract chipmaker, dipped as much as 0.3 percent. The company reported ... ( read original story ...)
Fitch: Taiwan Banks Well-Positioned for Challenges
(The following statement was released by the rating agency) TAIPEI/SINGAPORE, December 11 (Fitch) Taiwan's banks face many of the challenges that are weighing on the outlook for financial institutions across much of Asia, including low interest rates and ... ( read original story ...)